Johnny Sims
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| Profile | |
|---|---|
| Position | Offensive lineman / Defensive lineman |
| Personal information | |
| Born | October 14, 1967 |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Weight | 285 lb (129 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | East Marion (Columbia, Mississippi) |
| College | Mississippi Valley State |
| NFL draft | 1991: undrafted |
| Career history | |
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |
| Awards and highlights | |
| Stats at ArenaFan.com | |
Johnny Sims (born October 14, 1967) is an American former professional football lineman who played one season with the New Orleans Night of the Arena Football League (AFL). He played college football at Mississippi Valley State University.
Johnny Sims was born on October 14, 1967.[1] He played high school football at East Marion High School in Columbia, Mississippi.[2][3]
Sims played college football for the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils of Mississippi Valley State University from 1986 to 1990 as a defensive tackle.[1] He recorded 88 tackles and 16 sacks in 1989, earning second-team All-SWAC honors.[4] He announced that he was returning to Mississippi Valley State for his fifth season, much to the surprise of the media who thought he had NFL prospects.[5] After four losing seasons, Sims said he wanted help Mississippi Valley State and new head coach Larry Dorsey have a winning season.[5] Sims stated "I wouldn't miss this season for all the money in the NFL."[5] The 1990 Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils went 6–5.[6]